McDonald's comp sales rise 4.3% in July

OAK BROOK, ILL. — McDonald’s Corp. announced its global comparable sales increased 4.3% in July and 4.5% year-to-date. The company said system-wide sales for restaurants worldwide decreased 0.3%, or 6.2% in constant currencies.

Comparable sales at the Oak Brook-based fast-food chain rose 2.6% in the United States in July due to new products, including McCafe espresso-based coffees, and the strength of the core menu.

European comparable sales were up 7.2% due to strength in France, the United Kingdom and other countries. Also in July, McDonald’s said comparable sales increased 2.1% in Asia/Pacific/Middle East and Africa.